Academic Advisor I - 528895

🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, AL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K - $55K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ March 31st, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Alabama is hiring an Academic Advisor I. This role involves providing students with guidance on academic progress, courses, and university resources, explaining policies, and advising prospective study abroad students. The advisor also assists with marketing, recruitment, programming, and maintaining relationships with faculty, staff, and external partners.

Highlights

Main responsibilities include advising students on academics and study abroad programs, explaining university policies, and possibly teaching a compass course.
Works within the Overseas Studies department to support student programming and resource development.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with Terra Dotta and other database software is preferred.
Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
Preferred candidates have experience in higher education and familiarity with international travel or living abroad.
Compensation ranges from $44,200 to $55,300 (Salaried E6 pay grade).
Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, with some evenings and weekends as needed.
The role involves maintaining professional relationships with university personnel and external partners.
Position requires passing a pre-employment background check.